Other Facial Procedures Palo Alto

There are many different chin implant types and sizes available. Materials can include silicone. proplast, irradiated cartilage, or even cartilage or bone taken from your own body. A chin implant can be inserted either intraorally or by an incision under your chin. Chin augmentation is accomplished under a local anesthetic.

The Cheek or Malar Implant works well for the right candidate. High cheek bone definition is an asset in the beautiful or handsome face. The procedure can be done alone or in combination with other facial surgery. Often cheek implants are done at the same time as the lower eyelids (blepharoplasty). Recoveries are quite rapid and return to work or play is anticipated within a week.

Ears that are very large or stick out from the sides of the head can be improved to create a more normal ear aesthetic through Otoplasty. Otoplasty, or ear surgery, is a procedure which is generally performed on children in their childhood to early adolescence, but can certainly be performed on adults as well.